Description
Wateredge Inn stands on the shores of Lake Windermere, a short walk from Ambleside centre. Set across two former 17th century fishermen's cottages, it offers cosy bedrooms and period features.

Review

"we stayed in the windermere suite (stayed in this suite before) beautifully laid out has tobe seen, so romanatic, very peaceful and quiet, luxury at it best, two bathrooms one with bath, other shower extra,..."

CHRISTINE ANN.
Malta

Wateredge Inn stands on the shores of Lake Windermere, a short walk from Ambleside centre. Set across two former 17th century fishermen's cottages, it offers cosy bedrooms and period features.

"we stayed in the windermere suite (stayed in this suite before) beautifully laid out has tobe seen, so romanatic, very peaceful and quiet, luxury at it best, two bathrooms one with bath, other shower extra,..."

Description
This family-run hotel overlooks Lake Windermere and has free parking, free Wi-Fi and fine food. The shops of Ambleside are a 10-minute stroll away.

Review

"Super comfy bed!! Excellent breakfast included and amazing food in the restaurant. We ate both nights in the hotel as it was so good! Highly recommend the lamb shank or beef meal. Great location as well...."

CERELIA.
New Zealand

This family-run hotel overlooks Lake Windermere and has free parking, free Wi-Fi and fine food. The shops of Ambleside are a 10-minute stroll away.

"Super comfy bed!! Excellent breakfast included and amazing food in the restaurant. We ate both nights in the hotel as it was so good! Highly recommend the lamb shank or beef meal. Great location as well...."

Description
Situated in Beckermet, The White Mare Hotel & Restaurant features a garden. Among the various facilities are a terrace and a bar. Both free WiFi and private parking are available at this property.

Those wanting to enjoy lakeland views from a different angle should try a steamboat cruise across England's largest lake.

Scafell Pike

With far-reaching views out over the Irish Sea, Scafell Pike is the highest mountain in England.

The Lakes Aquarium

On the shores of Windermere, the aquarium has live displays and a variety of freshwater and salt water aquatic species.

Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway

This authentic steam locomotive makes a 7-mile journey along the Cumbrian coastline.

Honister Slate Mine

Perched at the highest point of the dramatic Honister mountain pass, this is England's last working slate mine.

Poetic Artistry at its Best

The inspiration behind many a poet, the serene Lake District has majestic peaks and glorious lakes that form the UK’s largest and most visited national park.

A particular favourite of Wordsworth, Windermere is England’s longest lake and her waters are still plied by historic boats. With a range of luxury Lake District hotels and a Beatrix Potter Museum, the town is connected by cable-operated car ferry to a spot close to Near Sawrey where Miss Potter once lived. Near the lake’s northern tip is popular Ambleside, home of the Stock Ghyll Force waterfall.

A road goes north from here past picturesque Grasmere and Thirlmere lake to Keswick. Set by Derwent Water, this pretty town is overlooked by Skiddaw, while Scafell Pike – England’s highest mountain – is to its south-west. Bassenthwaite lake is north-west, and Glenridding to the east is on the shores of the popular sailing spot of Ullswater, watched over by Helvellyn.

In the Southern Lakes, Coniston is a small village by a lake offering watersports. South-west is the port town of Barrow-in-Furness, and also by the sea is Grange-over-Sands with its long promenade. Kendal is known for its tasty mint cake and has a museum of Lakeland life, as well as a good range of Lake District hotels with pools on Booking.com.

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“Overall, a fantastic stay at a lovely hotel! We were even given a free upgrade to a room that had a lounge and a bath that had a jet spa facility! The bed was super comfy as well. The hotel is in a beautiful setting... Would highly recommend staying here!”

“The whole stay was made enjoyable from being clean & tidy to comfortable & very relaxing. we had a great nights sleep, the food was beautiful & the staff were very friendly. The Spa was a lovely experience, just beautiful waking up & going for a Sunday morning swim, followed by a large selection of food for breakfast which we thoroughly enjoyed. We will definatley be returning & would 100% recommend for anyone wanting to get away for a relaxing weekend.”

“This luxurious hotel is breathtakingly beautiful. The view from my room was absolutely gorgeous - the lake was literally 40/50 meters from our room. The hotel room was absolutely gorgeous - very tastefully decorated. The pool, jacuzzi, steam and sauna rooms provided the kind of relaxation I needed. My son also had a ball - as the hotel is very family friendly. The fact that the steam train and cruise boats are located within 50/100 meters of the hotel make this hotel so conveniently located.”

“The closeness to the lake and the view of lake Windermere from the breakfast room. The delicious cakes on the afternoon tea menu. Overall a very pleasant stay. Our room was facing the back so therefore the view was just 'ok'. The staff was very pleasant and helped to accommodate as much as possible... We came a little early and I needed a room to express my milk for the little one, and they were able to help but getting us in a little earlier than the gauranteed time of 4 pm.”

“The room was amazing .. the views beautiful.. had a break away for mine and partners anniversary and would definitely recommend and go back there I would give it 100/100 ... fantastic .. staff was so friendly and such a relaxed and professional atmosphere .. just amazing”